Description
Frogmore Stew, also known as Low Country Boil, is a flavorful and hearty Southern dish from South Carolina. This one-pot seafood boil combines spicy Old Bay seasoning, tender new red potatoes, smoky sausage, sweet corn, and fresh shrimp to create a communal meal full of comforting, fresh flavors. Perfect for gatherings, it’s simple to prepare and delivers a delightful blend of textures and tastes in every bite.
Ingredients
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Broth and Seasoning
- 6 quarts water
- 0.75 cup Old Bay Seasoning™
Produce
- 2 pounds new red potatoes
- 12 ears corn, husked, cleaned and quartered
Meat and Seafood
- 2 pounds hot smoked sausage links, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 pounds large fresh shrimp, unpeeled
Instructions
- Prepare the broth: In a large stockpot, bring 6 quarts of water and 0.75 cup Old Bay Seasoning™ to a rolling boil over high heat. This flavorful seasoned water forms the base for cooking all ingredients and infuses them with the classic Low Country boil spice.
- Cook the potatoes: Add 2 pounds of new red potatoes to the boiling broth. Let them cook for 15 minutes until they begin to soften but still hold their shape. Potatoes take longest to cook, so they go in first.
- Add the sausage: Stir in 2 pounds of hot smoked sausage links cut into 2-inch pieces. Allow the sausage to cook for 5 minutes, heating through and absorbing the seasoning from the broth.
- Incorporate the corn: Add 12 ears of husked corn, cleaned and quartered, to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes. The corn will become tender and sweet while soaking up the spices.
- Cook the shrimp: Finally, stir in 4 pounds of large fresh shrimp, unpeeled. Cook the shrimp until they turn pink, which should take about 5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook to maintain a juicy texture.
- Drain and serve: Once everything is cooked through, immediately drain the stew to prevent overcooking and serve hot. It is traditionally enjoyed communal style, often spread out on newspaper-covered tables for easy sharing.
Notes
- Frogmore Stew is a traditional South Carolina Low Country boil featuring simple, fresh ingredients cooked together in one pot.
- Use unpeeled fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the Old Bay seasoning quantity to taste if you prefer less or more spice.
- Serve with melted butter, lemon wedges, and crusty bread for a complete meal.
- This dish is perfect for outdoor gatherings and casual entertaining.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 499 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 2733 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 53 g
- Cholesterol: 299 mg
